Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 198,144 miles on the clock, averaging 10,858 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for turbocharger vnt actuator.
MOT & Mileage History for KL52 RSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,144 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,858 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Turbocharger VNT actuator (vacuum-operated, part-specific to PD turbos like K03/K04 variants)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KL52 RSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KL52 RSU
What car is KL52 RSU?
KL52 RSU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.
What is the mileage of KL52 RSU?
The last recorded mileage for KL52 RSU was 198,144 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL52 RSU passed its MOT?
KL52 RSU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2017.
Is KL52 RSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL52 RSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KL52 RSU?
KL52 RSU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.